Open to Full-Time Opportunities

Hi, I'm Ishaan Dwivedi

Mechanical Engineering student at Northeastern University with a passion for turning complex problems into elegant solutions through design and innovation.

About Me View My Work
Ishaan Dwivedi - Professional Ishaan Dwivedi - Capstone Presentation Ishaan Dwivedi - Snowboarding Ishaan Dwivedi - Travel
About Me

Engineering tomorrow's solutions, today.

My passion for engineering started early: assembling LEGO sets, helping put together IKEA furniture, seeing every task as a puzzle waiting to be solved. This curiosity led me to join my school's robotics team in fourth grade, and I've been building ever since.

Currently, I'm a Mechanical Engineering student at Northeastern University, where I've sharpened my skills through hands-on co-op experiences at Rheem Manufacturing and SharkNinja. I specialize in product design, CAD modeling, and bringing concepts from sketch to prototype.

SOLIDWORKS AutoCAD MATLAB Python Arduino IDE Blender C++ 3D Printing (SLA/SLS/FDM) Laser Cutting DAQ Systems Vibration Analysis Thermal Imaging CT Scanning

2

Co-op Experiences

5+

Years in Engineering

April 2026

Expected Graduation

Work Experience

Featured Projects

Real-world engineering challenges I've tackled during my co-op experiences.

Rheem Manufacturing

Innovation Engineer Co-op • January – August 2024

Initial Sketch
Initial Sketch: Problem Analysis & Concept

Hand-drawn sketches analyzing the mold problem in drain pans and initial "volcano" funnel concept to vaporize standing water using waste heat from the water heater.

Proof of Concept
Proof of Concept: Test Rig Design

SOLIDWORKS model of test assembly with Home Depot bucket, water pump, elbow fittings, float valve, transducer, and duct pipe for vaporized condensate output.

Final Prototype
Final Prototype: "Volcano" Funnel Model

Completed SOLIDWORKS model showing the transparent housing with internal funnel geometry designed using Loft and Shell features to direct vaporized water outside.

Product Design

Condensate Manager

Designed a condensate management system to eliminate mold-causing standing water in water heater drain pans. Created a "volcano" funnel design in SOLIDWORKS that uses waste heat to vaporize condensation and direct it safely outside the home.

SOLIDWORKS Prototyping Thermal Analysis
Low Ceiling Problem
Finding the Problem: Low Ceiling Access

Traditional top-mounted anode rods are difficult to replace in homes with low ceilings. Homeowners can't pull the long rod straight up out of the tank.

Tank Internal Analysis
Researching: 300+ Part Tank Assembly

Obtained complete water tank assembly from CAD team. Studied internal components including heating elements, sensors, and baffles to identify viable side-mounting positions.

Position 1 Position 2 Position 3
Final Design: 3 Optimal Mounting Positions

Designed adapter fixtures for 3 side-mounting positions that avoid heating elements while ensuring proper corrosion protection coverage throughout the tank.

R&D Engineering

Side-Mounted Anode Rod

Designed adapter fixtures enabling side-mounted anode rod installation for homes with low ceilings. Analyzed a 300+ part water tank assembly to identify 3 optimal mounting positions that avoid internal heating elements while maintaining corrosion protection.

SOLIDWORKS Research Complex Assemblies

SharkNinja

NPD Engineer Co-op, Home Environment • January – June 2025

Fans running offsite Sound meter testing Vibration meter TurboBlade product
Finding the Issue: Vibration & Sound Testing

Ran fans offsite until abnormal buzzing appeared on boost mode. Used sound meters and vibration meters to quantify the issue causing negative consumer reviews.

Dyson disassembly CAD adapter 3D printed parts Balometer testing
Diagnosing: Dyson Motor Transplant

Disassembled Dyson AM07 and transplanted its motor/impeller into TurboBlade housing with custom CAD adapters. Dyson motor had no noise, which confirmed our motor was the issue.

DAQ test rig CT scan impeller Balancing motor Dial indicator
Fixing: Motor & Impeller Balancing

Built custom test rigs with DAQ balancing software. Used CT scans to root-cause imbalance. Fixed by shaving off parts of the impeller to achieve proper balance.

Product Testing & Problem Solving

Shark TurboBlade Fan

Diagnosed and resolved vibration issues causing loud buzzing on boost mode that led to negative consumer reviews. Identified the root cause by transplanting a Dyson motor to isolate the problem, then fixed it through motor/impeller balancing using DAQ systems and CT scanning.

DAQ Systems CT Scanning Vibration Analysis 3D Printing SOLIDWORKS
TurboBlade+Heat product Drape test setup Heat mode controls Melted plastic
Finding the Issue: Drape Test Failure

Conducted drape tests by covering the heating element with a towel. The thermostat failed to trip, causing plastic externals to overheat and melt, blocking product launch.

FLIR thermal camera Heat distribution map PTC heatmap Thermocouple readings
Diagnosing: Thermal Camera Analysis

Used FLIR thermal cameras to map heat distribution. Found that the thermostat location didn't get hot enough during drape tests to trip before plastic deformation occurred.

Internal wiring Thermostat relocation New thermostat position DAQ data logger
Fixing: DAQ Testing & Thermostat Relocation

Used DAQ thermocouples to test new locations and validate temperatures. Relocated thermostat to an area that reached trip temperature before deformation, solving the safety issue.

Critical Safety Resolution

TurboBlade + Heat

Resolved a critical thermostat failure blocking tower heater launch. During drape tests, the thermostat wasn't tripping before plastic deformation. Used thermal imaging to identify the root cause and DAQ thermocouples to validate a new thermostat location that trips before any damage occurs.

Thermal Imaging DAQ Systems Thermocouples Safety Testing

Capstone Project

Northeastern University • Senior Design • 2025

Design Overview
The Problem: Gap in the Market

Existing resistance equipment requires swapping bands or lacks portability. We identified a need for a lightweight, intuitive, and inexpensive adjustable resistance band system.

Market Gap 1 Market Gap 2
Design Overview

Our adjustable resistance band features an elastic band (25-50 lbs), clasps connecting strap and band, strap roll-up mechanism, and internal spring gear mechanism (0-25 lbs). Materials include threaded latex, PLA filament, steel bearings, and polypropylene webbing.

Elastic Band & Clasps
Elastic Band & Clasps

Threaded latex band (25-50 lbs) with PLA clasps featuring backstitch sewing. Acts as safety mechanism that prevents system overload at maximum extension.

Spooling Mechanism
Spooling Mechanism

Polypropylene webbing (290 lbs working load, 0.75mm thick) wraps around spool. Ball bearings reduce friction while rollers and guides prevent twisting and sideways migration.

Keying Mechanism 1 Keying Mechanism 2
Keying Mechanism

304 stainless steel locking gears with machined aluminum axle and A2 tool steel key pin. Spring-loaded bearing balls enable gear connection/disconnection for resistance selection.

Selector Mechanism
Selector Mechanism

PLA+ knurled dial with detented positions for tactile feedback. Snail wheel sets horizontal position while wedge pulls key pin to correct height for resistance selection.

Spring Stack
Spring Stack

5 torsion spring modules in parallel with internal ratchet preventing reverse loading. Embedded metal gear teeth provide max torque of 8.8 in*lbs over 3 rotations maximum extension.

FEA Before FEA After
FEA & Testing

Performed FEA on PLA clasps. Initial max stress 3203 psi at corner (fracture risk). Redesigned with rounded corners, reduced to 2382 psi. Force testing confirmed linear 5-50 lb resistance.

Senior Design

Adjustable Resistance Bands

Designed a lightweight, portable resistance band system capable of varying resistance from 5-50 lbs without swapping bands. Engineered custom mechanisms including spooling system, keying assembly with spring-loaded pins, selector dial, and parallel torsion spring stack. Validated design through FEA analysis and force testing.

SOLIDWORKS FEA 3D Printing (PLA+) Gear Design Spring Characterization Instron Testing
Resume

My Experience

A complete overview of my education, skills, and professional experience.

Ishaan Dwivedi - Resume

Download Resume
Get In Touch

Let's Connect

I'm always open to discussing new opportunities or just chatting about engineering.

Email

dwivedi.i@northeastern.edu

Phone

+1 (978) 954-8771

LinkedIn

Connect with me

Location

Boxborough, MA